In this episode of the STS Thinking Thoracic podcast, host Dr. Jane Yanagawa is joined by Dr. John Mitchell—Chief of Thoracic Surgery at the University of Colorado and incoming Chair of the American Board of Thoracic Surgery (ABTS)—to unpack critical updates from the board. Their discussion provides an inside look at how the ABTS operates, how surgeons can get involved, and key changes to initial and continuing certification pathways, including the recent transition from a 10-year to a 5-year certification cycle. Together, these updates are designed to help diplomates keep pace with modern clinical practice.
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